Wreck of Unnamed Shipwreck - Canmore 102401 - Scapa Flow, Orkney

Scapa Flow holds more than just the big German fleet wrecks, and the Canmore 102401, an unnamed shipwreck, is proof of that. We love finding these smaller, less-dived sites; they often have a quieter, more intimate feel. Dropping onto the wreck, you’ll find the structure surprisingly intact in places, draped in anemones and dead man's fingers. Our favourite part is exploring the holds, where cod and pollock often lurk in the gloom, seemingly undisturbed by our presence. This is a dive for those who appreciate history and the slow reclamation of man-made objects by the ocean, rather than just chasing big pelagics. Look closely in the cracks and crevices for nudibranchs, especially around the more sheltered sections. It's a proper Scapa dive, cold and often dark, but deeply rewarding for its sense of discovery.

Location
Scapa Flow, Orkney, United Kingdom, Mediterranean & Europe
Coordinates
59.173676, -5.879581
Type
wreck

Marine Protected Area: North Rona

Best Time to Dive in Scapa Flow, Orkney

The warmest water temperatures in Scapa Flow, Orkney occur in January, averaging 8.4°C. The coolest conditions are in December at 8.4°C.

Monthly Water Temperatures

  • January: 8.4°C (air: 5.5°C)
  • February: 8.4°C (air: 5.3°C)
  • March: 8.4°C (air: 5.9°C)
  • April: 8.4°C (air: 6.8°C)
  • May: 8.4°C (air: 9.7°C)
  • June: 8.4°C (air: 12.4°C)
  • July: 8.4°C (air: 13.2°C)
  • August: 8.4°C (air: 13.7°C)
  • September: 8.4°C (air: 12.7°C)
  • October: 8.4°C (air: 10.2°C)
  • November: 8.4°C (air: 8.0°C)
  • December: 8.4°C (air: 5.8°C)

Nearby Dive Sites in Scapa Flow, Orkney

Nearest Dive Centres to Wreck of Unnamed Shipwreck - Canmore 102401

Marine Life in Scapa Flow, Orkney

Home to 155 recorded species including 63 reef fish, 17 whales & dolphins, 12 sharks & rays, 11 crabs & lobsters, 11 other, 10 seagrass & algae.

Notable Species

Recommended Packing List for Wreck of Unnamed Shipwreck - Canmore 102401

Based on average water temperature of 8.4°C.

  • Drysuit - water at 8°C demands a drysuit with thermal undergarments
  • Hood & Gloves (7mm+) - critical to prevent heat loss
  • Mask - essential for every dive
  • Fins
  • BCD - buoyancy compensator
  • Regulator - your most safety-critical piece of gear
  • Dive Computer - tracks depth, time, and NDL
  • Surface Marker Buoy (SMB) - essential for boat pickups
  • Dive Torch - useful for crevices and colour at depth
  • Underwater Camera - capture your diving memories